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Why Diluted PVA Is Ruining Your Plaster Paint—And What Professional Decorators Use Instead

April 22, 2026 by Dorothy Baker
Why Diluted PVA Is Ruining Your Plaster Paint—And What Professional Decorators Use Instead

The popular DIY tip of sealing new plaster with diluted PVA is causing widespread paint failure across homes. Professional decorators know a better technique that creates a genuinely durable bond—and it costs almost nothing.

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